Pick from all Types of External Water Features

A dramatic impact is produced when a spouting fountain sends a shooting stream of water high into the air. It is possible to have one of these installed into an existent, large pond. Esplanades and traditional mansions often have one these water features.

Outdoor water features are available in a variety of shapes and sizes, one of which is a fancy wall fountain. Such fountains make for a fantastic addition to your yard even if it is small. Spouting fountains normally make quite an impact whereas wall features are more of an understated kind of water feature. It is simple process wherein a small jet of water propels outwards in front of a splendidly textured wall and then flows down only to be pumped up again.

Themed fountains are ideal when the look of your garden allows for them. A cherub holding a spout is one of the possible types of classical-styled statues you can use if you want your fountain to compliment a rustically themed cottage or garden. Consider including something bolder and unique for a contemporary garden. Let your creativity run free to choose the best option.

Water streams down several levels in a tiered fountain. Due to the water running down its various levels, these are also called cascading fountains.

Due to the fact that outdoor fountains can take up a lot of room, hang a wall fountain or a pondless fountain if the space you have is limited. Since the reservoirs necessary for these kinds of fountains are hidden underground, you can make the most of the room at your disposal.

Japanese fountains are thought to lend a sense of tranquility and well-being. In this model of water feature the water flows through bamboo sticks. Water then streams into a bucket or a shaped stone, only to repeat the cycle over and over again.

One of the many styles of fountain available is the glass fountain. A more traditional look is provided by trellis-style fountains which feature shaped metalwork. Water features of this type are an excellent option for gardens with many sharp edges along with contemporary shapes and design. The water produces a stunning effect when it runs down the surface of the glass. Colorful LED lights are also included in some fountains to illuminate the water as it down down the sheet of glass. A rock waterfall fountain (often made of imitation rock) shows off water slowly cascading down its façade.

In a bubbling rock fountain, a big rock is drilled with openings and then filled in the center with pipes. In this sort of fountain, water is driven upwards at low pressure to cause it to bubble and gurgle at the top. Flowing towards the base of the fountain, the water comes back as a slow dribble down the sides of the rock. Little gardens are ideal for this type of fountain. To ensure that water is not sprayed around if it begins to get windy, this kind of fountain is the best option since it only uses low pressure to move water.

Solar fountains have recently gained in appeal because they are powered by sunlight. The reasons for this are varied, from the absence of wires and the reduced complexities to the decreased power bills and the beneficial effects on our environment. The varied designs in outdoor solar-powered fountains means you will not have to compromise on style.

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Where did Garden Water Fountains Originate from?

Originally, fountains only served a practical purpose. Water fountains were connected to a spring or aqueduct to supply drinkable water as well as bathing water for cities, townships and villages. Until the late nineteenth, century most water fountains functioned using the force of gravity to allow water to flow or jet into the air, therefore, they needed a source of water such as a reservoir or aqueduct located higher than the fountain. Artists thought of fountains as wonderful additions to a living space, however, the fountains also served to supply clean water and honor the artist responsible for building it. The main components used by the Romans to create their fountains were bronze or stone masks, mostly depicting animals or heroes. To depict the gardens of paradise, Muslim and Moorish garden planners of the Middle Ages introduced fountains to their designs. Fountains enjoyed a significant role in the Gardens of Versailles, all part of French King Louis XIV’s desire to exercise his power over nature. To mark the entryway of the restored Roman aqueducts, the Popes of the 17th and 18th centuries commissioned the building of baroque style fountains in the spot where the aqueducts entered the city of Rome

Indoor plumbing became the main source of water by the end of the 19th century thereby restricting urban fountains to mere decorative elements. Gravity was replaced by mechanical pumps in order to enable fountains to bring in clean water and allow for beautiful water displays.

Nowadays, fountains adorn public areas and are used to recognize individuals or events and fill recreational and entertainment needs.

The Many Styles of Wall Fountains

There are two specific styles of fountains you can buy: mounted and free-standing. Small, self-contained mounted wall fountains can be installed on any surface. Ordinarily made of resin (to look like stone) or fiber glass, these types of fountains are lightweight and easy to hang. Sizable free-standing wall fountains, commonly referred to as floor fountains, have their basins positioned on the floor and a flat side leaning on a wall. Water features such as these are ordinarily manufactured of cast stone and have no weight restrictions.

It is a good idea to integrate a custom-made fountain into a new or existing wall, something often suggested by landscape professionals. Placing the basin against the wall and installing all the plumbing work requires a professional mason to do it correctly. You will need to integrate a spout or fountain mask into the wall. Custom-built wall fountains contribute to a unified look because they become part of the landscape rather than look like a later addition.